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Adobe Creative Cloud Alternatives

Should you replace Adobe Creative Cloud?

Canva is the strongest catalog alternative to evaluate for Adobe Creative Cloud.

Adobe Creative Cloud

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This catalog view compares public market data and does not include organization spend or usage.

Adobe Creative Cloud alternatives

See how Adobe Creative Cloud compares to 16 alternative apps you can switch to.

CanvaBest FitPublic pricingAvg. switch cost--Cut design software costs by 70% if your team values speed and templates over Photoshop precision.
Adobe Exp...Worth ConsideringSeat-basedAvg. switch cost--Adobe Express cuts Creative Cloud's learning curve and cost while covering 80% of typical marketing design needs.
CoreldrawWorth ConsideringSeat-basedAvg. switch cost$269/yr$22/monthSlash Creative Cloud costs nearly in half for print and vector work, but leave your video team behind.
Adobe Pho...Not RecommendedSeat-basedAvg. switch cost$240/yr$20/monthAdobe Photoshop is not a strong catalog fit based on public pricing, migration, or product-fit signals.
RecraftNot RecommendedSeat-basedAvg. switch cost--Recraft is not a strong catalog fit based on public pricing, migration, or product-fit signals.
Canva.CnNot RecommendedPublic pricingAvg. switch cost--Canva.Cn is not a strong catalog fit based on public pricing, migration, or product-fit signals.
PhotopeaNot RecommendedPublic pricingAvg. switch cost--Photopea is not a strong catalog fit based on public pricing, migration, or product-fit signals.
Adobe Fir...Not RecommendedSeat-basedAvg. switch cost--Adobe Firefly is not a strong catalog fit based on public pricing, migration, or product-fit signals.
Adobe Ill...Not RecommendedPublic pricingAvg. switch cost--Adobe Illustrator Web is not a strong catalog fit based on public pricing, migration, or product-fit signals.
PhotoroomNot RecommendedPublic pricingAvg. switch cost--Photoroom is not a strong catalog fit based on public pricing, migration, or product-fit signals.
1min.AiNot RecommendedPublic pricingAvg. switch cost--1min.Ai is not a strong catalog fit based on public pricing, migration, or product-fit signals.
AirNot RecommendedSeat-basedAvg. switch cost$240/yr$24/monthAir is not a strong catalog fit based on public pricing, migration, or product-fit signals.
CreativaiNot RecommendedPublic pricingAvg. switch cost--Creativai is not a strong catalog fit based on public pricing, migration, or product-fit signals.
FotorNot RecommendedPublic pricingAvg. switch cost--Fotor is not a strong catalog fit based on public pricing, migration, or product-fit signals.
Adobe Lig...Not RecommendedSeat-basedAvg. switch cost$120/yr$10/monthAdobe Lightroom is not a strong catalog fit based on public pricing, migration, or product-fit signals.
Adobe Sto...Not RecommendedPublic pricingAvg. switch cost--Adobe Stock is not a strong catalog fit based on public pricing, migration, or product-fit signals.

Canva and Adobe Express selected for comparison.

Annual costTotal subscription cost for each app, shown for the selected billing period.
Adobe Cre...

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Public pricing

Public catalog pricing. Organization spend is not included.

Canva

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Free

Public catalog pricing estimate.

Adobe Exp...

$120

Free

Public catalog pricing estimate.

3-Year Net SavingEstimated savings over three years after migration and setup costs.
Adobe Cre...

$0

No migration in the current app baseline.

Canva

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After $5,000 estimated migration cost.

Adobe Exp...

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After $2,500 estimated migration cost.

Team Fit ScoreHow closely the app matches the teams, workflows, and usage patterns currently in place.
Adobe Cre...

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Canva

55/100

Canva empowers non-designers in marketing, sales, and operations to create consistent brand content using templates and AI without extensive training. However, it lacks the precision tools, color management, and advanced compositing capabilities that professional graphic designers, photographers, and video editors require daily.

Adobe Exp...

45/100

Adobe Express enables marketing teams and small businesses to rapidly produce social content using AI templates without design expertise. It eliminates the steep learning curve of professional Creative Cloud tools. However, it lacks the precision editing, print production controls, and advanced compositing that creative agencies require.

Adoption RiskExpected friction, training effort, and behavior change needed to move teams onto the alternative.
Adobe Cre...

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Public adoption signal for the current app.

Canva

low

Canva is a medium-complexity migration. Estimated 2 weeks and $5,000 one-time cost.

Adobe Exp...

medium

Adobe Express is a medium-complexity migration. Estimated 2 weeks and $2,500 one-time cost.

User satisfactionAvailable rating and review signal for team sentiment around the app.
Adobe Cre...

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18500 reviews

Canva

4.7/5.0

115000 reviews

Adobe Exp...

4.5/5.0

12500 reviews

Timeline & DisruptionExpected migration duration and disruption to normal workflows.
Adobe Cre...

No migration needed

Canva

2 weeks

Medium

Canva is a medium-complexity migration. Estimated 2 weeks and $5,000 one-time cost.

Adobe Exp...

2 weeks

Medium

Adobe Express is a medium-complexity migration. Estimated 2 weeks and $2,500 one-time cost.

Setup & trainingOne-time implementation, enablement, and training investment required.
Adobe Cre...

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Canva

$5,000

Estimated one-time migration and setup effort.

Adobe Exp...

$2,500

Estimated one-time migration and setup effort.

Integration CoverageHow much of the current integration and workflow surface is covered by the app.
Adobe Cre...

100%

Supports 1,200 native integrations.

Canva

15%

Supports 175 native integrations.

Adobe Exp...

25%

Supports 300 native integrations.

Feature Match (%)How closely the app matches current feature needs, including notable gaps or risks.
Adobe Cre...

100%

Canva

40%

  • No CMYK color mode for professional print production
  • Limited RAW photo processing and advanced layer masking
  • Cannot edit vector anchor points like Illustrator
  • No advanced video keyframing or motion graphics
  • Complex PSD/AI files flatten on import losing editability
Adobe Exp...

35%

  • No advanced layer masking or RAW photo processing
  • Limited vector path editing compared to Illustrator
  • No professional video timeline or color grading
  • Cannot export print-ready CMYK separations
  • Restricted to template-based layouts for complex designs
CertificationsSecurity, privacy, and compliance certifications available for each app.
Adobe Cre...
SOC 2 Type IIISO 27001GDPRFedRAMP
Canva
SOC 2 Type IIISO 27001GDPRCCPAFERPA
Adobe Exp...
SOC 2ISO 27001GDPRCCPA
Choose This IfThe conditions where keeping or switching to this app is likely to make sense.
Adobe Cre...

You already standardize on this app.

Canva

Your team primarily creates social content, presentations, and marketing collateral without needing pixel-perfect precision

Adobe Exp...

Your team primarily creates social media content and quick marketing materials without needing advanced design skills

Avoid This IfThe conditions where this app is likely to create cost, workflow, or adoption risk.
Adobe Cre...

Public pricing or fit signals no longer match your needs.

Canva

Your team produces high-end photography, complex vector illustrations, or broadcast-quality video requiring advanced color correction

Adobe Exp...

Your team requires professional photo compositing, complex vector illustration, or broadcast-quality video production

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